Michael Hicks Appointed as College Park City Manager

30-year veteran brings leadership experience and vision for sustainable growth

Apr. 4, 2026 at 5:56pm

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The City of College Park, Georgia has officially appointed Michael Hicks as its new City Manager, effective immediately. Hicks, who previously served as the city's Chief Information Officer since 2015, brings over 30 years of distinguished leadership experience to the role. The City Council unanimously endorsed Hicks, praising his integrity, openness, and commitment to accountability in serving the best interests of College Park residents.

Why it matters

As the top administrative official, the City Manager plays a critical role in overseeing daily operations and developing strategic initiatives to support the city's growth and community advancement. Hicks' appointment represents a key leadership transition for College Park as it looks to build on past progress and chart a course for the future.

The details

In his previous role as CIO, Hicks led the expansion of the city's information technology operations, overseeing initiatives such as cybersecurity enhancements, cloud-based storage solutions, advanced public safety camera systems, and major telecommunications upgrades. He earned his Certified Public Manager designation from the University of Georgia in 2025.

  • Michael Hicks was appointed as College Park's City Manager on April 4, 2026.
  • Hicks previously served as the city's Chief Information Officer starting in 2015.

The players

Michael Hicks

The newly appointed City Manager of College Park, Georgia, bringing over 30 years of distinguished leadership experience to the role.

Bianca Motley Broom

The Mayor of College Park, who praised Hicks' integrity, openness, and commitment to accountability in serving the best interests of residents.

Joe Carn

The Mayor Pro-Tem and Ward II Councilman, who expressed the Council's pride in unanimously voting to hire Hicks as the new city manager.

Dr. Jamelle McKenzie

The Ward I Councilwoman, who expressed confidence in Hicks' ability to lead the organization forward with integrity and purpose.

Tracie Arnold

The Ward III Councilwoman, who was pleased with Hicks' leadership during his interim period and believes the Council has made the right decision in making his appointment official.

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What they’re saying

“I want to congratulate Mr. Hicks on his selection as City Manager. I look forward to him leading with integrity, openness, and a clear sense of accountability to the people we serve. I anticipate a collaborative work environment where our decisions are made in the light and always in the best interest of College Park residents.”

— Bianca Motley Broom, Mayor of College Park

“We are proud to unanimously vote to hire Mr. Hicks as our city manager. We look forward to a long-term commitment of service and collaboration to make more progress for College Park.”

— Joe Carn, Mayor Pro-Tem and Ward II Councilman

“Michael Hicks has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership, strategic insight, and a deep commitment to the City of College Park. We are confident in his ability to lead our organization forward with integrity and purpose.”

— Dr. Jamelle McKenzie, Ward I Councilwoman

“I am pleased with Mr. Hicks' leadership since we appointed him as interim. During the interim period, he stabilized the organization and brought direction while setting a vision and goals for the staff. Now that it's official, I know we've made the right decision as we move College Park forward.”

— Tracie Arnold, Ward III Councilwoman

“We look forward to him moving the city upward. Someone who has established a history and track record for advancement of our city. I look forward to working with him as a result of our selection.”

— Roderick Gay, Ward IV Councilman

What’s next

As City Manager, Hicks will oversee daily operations of the city and continue developing strategic initiatives that support sustainable growth and community advancement.

The takeaway

Hicks' appointment as College Park's new City Manager represents a key leadership transition for the city as it looks to build on past progress and chart a course for the future, with city officials expressing confidence in his ability to lead the organization forward with integrity and purpose.